THE SAGE’S SERVICE
from Vol. 16, Part 1, Chap. 4, The Notebooks of Paul Brunton
Although it is not his direct purpose, his existence will lessen humanity’s suffering, increase its hope and goodwill.
– 25.4.104 (Category 25, chapter 4, para 104)
He may do nothing more than put his mite of cheering truth and softening goodness into the grim world around him, but this will be enough. He cannot contribute more than he has. The ultimate result of this contribution may be little, but he has tried to do God’s will on earth.
– 25.4.102
If he does not accept disciples individually it is because he serves men otherwise. Those who try to get such acceptance and find themselves rebuffed may consider him selfish, cold, remote. But they will be greatly mistaken. He can serve mankind—not each person separately but in groups or masses—and he may do this by lecturing, by writing, or simply by directing his meditation in the appropriate way. For a writer’s books spread not only his ideas but also something of himself.
– 25.4.120
Prepared by B. Plaisted & J. Selby, PBPF Board Members